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Operation..........................35 Basics ..........................35 Mount iV64 on a tripod ..................... 37 Sorama Portal ........................37 5.3.1 Uploading measurement data to Sorama Portal ............38 5.3.2 Portal Analysis Modules ..................... 38 5.3.3 Exporting measurement results from Portal ............... 39 Data Transfer ..........................39 How to save the data and what is the format type? ............
It is therefore always advised to consult the latest available version of the manual which can be found on the Sorama website. The revision number and date can be found on the first page of this document. The instrument can only be operated in accordance with these instructions and local safety regulations.
Connect the battery charger to the main power outlet before the charger. • Use only the power adapters approved by Sorama to charge the battery. • Keep cells and battery packs clean and dry. Clean dirty connectors with a dry, clean cloth.
Sorama will then evaluate the problem. When the issue does not have any relation to the services of Sorama or is outside the warranty period, costs will be charged to the customer. Achtseweg Zuid 153H...
Page 8 of 41 1 Description The Sorama CAM iV64 is a state-of-the-art acoustic camera, which enables you to show both highly accurate sound levels and localize where sound is coming from on the 7-inch touch display. Specifically designed for users who want mobility and have instant reliable acoustic information available to them, in order to perform in-field measurements with confidence.
29 Hz - 27 kHz* Beamforming (far-field) 500 Hz – 27 kHz* Streaming + recording *Upgradeable frequency ranges up to 54 kHz or up to 108 kHz on special request Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
3 Environment 3.1 Ambient Temperature The CAM iV64 is capable of operating in ambient temperatures between -10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F). Note that water can cause condensation, which can lead to damage in the device, the ambient operating relative humidity is between 10-100% RH (non-condensing).
Items listed below are included when you receive the Product. Number Description Quantity External Battery Charger Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Pack Country-Specific Adapters for Battery Charger USB-C to USB-A Cable (1.5m) CAM iV64 Acoustic Camera Protective Case Accessory Bag Shoulder Strap Hand Strap Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu...
Horizontal/Vertical observation angels of the webcam. The FOV depends on how many features are opened (Spectrum, Spectrogram and dB SPL meter). When opening more features on the Sorama CAM iV64 screen, the horizontal FOV will increase and the vertical FOV will reduce slightly.
Push the trigger button on the pistol grip to power up the device. The led above the USB-C connector will indicate that the device is turned on. The CAM iV64 currently has 3 LED colors. The table below explains the meaning of each color. LED Color...
When the icon is selected it will turn orange (upper row) or white (bottom row). You can touch the icon again or press the “X” to close the feature or setting. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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Settings: In this menu the settings of the device can be viewed and/or adjusted Acoustic Settings: In these menus you can adjust the acoustic settings of the device Special Measurements: with this feature the formats for special measurements can be chosen Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
Spectrum zoom By double tapping in the spectrum module you can zoom in on the selected frequency band for a more detailed view. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
Page 18 of 41 4.6.3 Spectrogram to view the spectrogram. To select a specific bandwidth, please review the explanation described in the previous paragraph §4.5.3 Spectrum Basics. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
‘Measurement’ SLM target, will start to collect dB levels when a measurement is started until the measurement is stopped. After the measurement is stopped it will average these levels over the measurement duration and show the corresponding value. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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Press ‘Add’ to add the new entry into the SLM module. Adjusting SPL values to adjust the settings in the screen. to close the tab or to remove the SPL mode. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
The buffer time is an amount of seconds that will be kept in memory at every moment. When a recording is started, this buffer will be available in the recording. This is especially useful at times you wish to record an event that happens at random intervals. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
USB-C or the ‘Recordings’. For the external USB drive, choose the ‘Destination Folder’ or to ‘Eject’ the USB drive. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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Additionally, when you press and hold a file or directory then you will enable the multiselect mode. You can select multiple files and folders to either delete or copy to an external USB drive at the same time. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
Also ‘Tips & Tricks’ can be viewed within this setting. Date & Time Select ‘Date & Time’ to adjust the setting to ‘Automatic’ or ‘Manual’. For the ‘Automatic’ setting you need a connection to the internet. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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Display Select ‘Display’ to adjust the ‘Brightness’ of the screen. Less Brightness will save battery. System Info Select ‘System info’ to view the ‘Firmware version’, ‘Installation date’ and ‘Device Serial number’. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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Page 26 of 41 Tips & Tricks Select ‘Tips & Tricks’ to view tips and tricks that can be helpful for executing a measurement. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
By default, the ‘Per Frame’ noise filter is selected, this is the most generic filter optimized for use for this camera. The ‘Dynamic Beamformer’ noise filter is used for a single sound source detection and filters out unwanted background noise. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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If the ‘Per Frame’ is selected, the measuring distance needs to be adjusted manually in the home screen. and tap to type the preferred pressure manually. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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Page 29 of 41 Spectrum Select ‘Spectrum’ to adjust the preferred specific acoustic settings, such as ‘Frequency Axis’, ‘Octave Bands’, ‘Time Weighting’, ‘Frequency Weighting’ and ‘SPL Precision’. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
Step 2: Select the Airborne sound Insulation between rooms. Step 3: Make a ‘New measurement’ or load results from an existing measurement in ‘View previous result’. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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Enter the receiving room dimensions and the reverberation time of the receiving room. Click on ‘Save’ once done. The surface area and volume are computed as soon as all the dimensions are entered. These are shown in orange. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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When one of the boxes is clicked, a button ‘Start measurement’ appears at the bottom. Click on ‘Start measurement’, and the 1/3 octave band values will be measured for 15 seconds and saved. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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After all the measurements have been performed, the button to ‘Show results’ appears. When the user clicks on this, the results are shown. Tap on ‘Show results and the results will appear on the screen. An example is shown in the following picture. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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When the user taps on ‘Existing measurement’ in step 3, the screen shows all the projects related to airborne sound insulation. Upon selecting a folder, the results of this measurement will be shown. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
It takes approximately 30 seconds to boot. To show the menu, swipe down from the top. Tap to activate the spectrum feature. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
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If you would like to view the spectrum, spectrograph and SLM mode simultaneously, you can tap the related icons. The spectrum, spectrograph and SLM mode are now visible on the screen. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu www.sorama.eu...
Product. Be aware of the balance before mounting the Product on the tripod. Sorama is not accountable for any damage or harm caused by misuse of a tripod. A tripod stand with ¼” inch UNC camera screw is needed for the Product.
Sorama Portal account. 2. Use an external memory drive. By plugging this drive into the CAM iV64, you can either record directly to this drive or copy the files afterwards. Plug the external drive into the device on which you are visiting the Sorama Portal.
USB-C port. You can either export data from the external drive to a computer or connect the supplied USB-C cable from the device to your PC to download the data and further analyzed on Sorama Portal once it is exported.
To keep the Product up-to-date and perform at its best, be sure to update your firmware when new versions are available. When you have your CAM iV64 connected through USB, firmware updates and Factory resets are available through the Sorama Portal in the ‘Sorama Services’...
Contact Sorama if you require more information. 8.5 Service Contact Sorama for information. 8.6 Specifications Complete specifications are at www.sorama.eu. See the CAM iV64 Product specifications. Achtseweg Zuid 153H Eindhoven The Netherlands +31 (0)40 3041019 info@sorama.eu...
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